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MCPD Expresses Support for Protesters and Their Message
The climate throughout the United States is very tense right now. The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis and other deadly incidents have shined the light on racial inequality and… Read More
After Video Shows Officer Removing Signs, Takoma Park Lifts Sign Restriction Ordinance
In response to a video circulating on Instagram showing a Takoma Park police officer removing Black Lives Matter signs on lamp posts, City Manager Suzanne Ludlow announced she’s taken emergency… Read More
Montgomery College President Pollard Responds to Calls for Justice
In a recent email, Montgomery College President DeRionne P. Pollard responded to the public outcry over the death of George Floyd. She emphasized MC is a community where everyone should… Read More
Bethesda Apple Store Boards Up in Wake of Break-Ins
The Apple Store in Bethesda Row had boarded up in the wake of break-ins across the country and in preparation for Tuesday’s planned protest in Bethesda.. Protests against police brutality… Read More
Takoma Park, Rockville Police Chiefs Speak Out Against Police Brutality
At 6 p.m. Monday, Takoma Park will hold an hour-long radio show to discuss racism in connection with police brutality and the coronavirus pandemic. The radio show, Moment of Reflection… Read More
MCPD Officer Kneels in Solidarity at Peaceful Protest in Germantown
Several dozen protesters gathered in Germantown on Sunday marching peacefully for several hours. The organized march was in response to the death of George Floyd who died last week in… Read More
Local Officials React to Deadly National Incidents Involving Current, Former Police Officers
Several local officials reacted strongly to recent deadly brutality incidents around the country – including two that were captured on videos that went viral. In Georgia, Ahmaud Aubrey, a 25-year-old… Read More
Governor Hogan Casts His Presidential Write-In Vote for Ronald Reagan
Gov. Larry Hogan voted for Ronald Reagan by-mail last week, The Washington Post reported Friday. Hogan wrote-in the late president’s name because he wanted to make a statement, according to… Read More